Boil Order Issued for Rural Wabash County Water District Customers Lifted
The boil advisory issued by the Rural Wabash County Water District on April 2, 2020 is now lifted.
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Public Health Officials Announce 1,465 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today announced 1,465 new cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in Illinois, including 68 additional deaths.
- Cook County: 1 male 20s, 1 female 30s, 1 female 50s, 7 males 50s, 3 females 60s, 5 males 60s, 4 females... Read More.
Emergency Blood Drive to Be Held Wednesday in Norris City
The American Red Cross will hold an emergency blood drive Wednesday, April 15th, from 1:30 PM to 6:30 PM at NCOE High School Indian Creek Township Community Center, 113 South Division Street in Norris City. All blood types are needed.
***CONSUMER ALERT*** Attorney General Raoul Warns Residents of CARES Act Scams
Chicago – Attorney General Kwame Raoul urges Illinois residents to be vigilant and watch for scammers trying to take advantage of the upcoming COVID-19 federal economic stimulus payments to individuals.
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act was signed into law March 27 and has... Read More.
Illinois State Police Director Files Emergency Rules Regarding FOID and CCL Renewals
Springfield, IL – The Illinois State Police filed emergency rules this week to address renewals of Firearm
Owner Identification and Concealed Carry Licenses during the COVID-19 epidemic.
These rules are designed to provide FOID card holders and CCL relief from the renewal requirements
during the effects of... Read More.
Grayville City Council to Meet Monday via Conferenece Call
The Grayville City Council will meet Monday, April 13th, at 7:00 PM via Conference Call.
The agenda includes Old Business discussion of the demolition of abandoned properties, approval of the Developer’s Agreement and Conveyance of Real Estate to Michael & Moriah Pipher, Pipher Loan Agreement... Read More.
Cowling Sentenced to 15 Years in IDOC in Edwards County Court Thursday
58-year old Barry L. Cowling of Albion, Illinois, was sentenced on April 9, 2020 to a total of 15-years in the Illinois Department of Corrections followed by a term of 3-years of Mandatory Supervised Release (formerly known as “parole”) for Unlawful Possession of Methamphetamine... Read More.
SIC Encourages Sense of Community via Social Media During COVID-19 Crisis
HARRISBURG, Ill. (March 23, 2020) -- Southeastern Illinois College has always prided itself on a sense of “home”. In light of the current COVID-19 crisis and studies being moved to an online format for the remainder of the semester, SIC is doing its best to continue... Read More.
SIC Summer and Fall 2020 Registration Underway
HARRISBURG, Ill. (April 3, 2020) – The faculty and staff of Southeastern Illinois College have dedicated themselves to ensure students can continue the pursuit of their higher education, despite the current conditions mandated by the COVID-19 virus.
Registration for summer and fall classes begins Monday, April... Read More.
Boil Order Continues for Rural Wabash County Water District Customers
Due to a delay in the testing of water samples, the boil advisory that was issued on 4/2/20 for the entire Rural Wabash County Water district remains in effect. They have been notified that results for all of their samples will be given to them on... Read More.